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Louisiana Law Could Cost Parents $250 for School Tardiness

Louisiana parents could face fines or even jail time if their children are repeatedly late to school. Here's what state law says.

Louisiana · 2h

theadvocate.com

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High school teammates turned Southern freshmen shine in team’s dominant win over Bethune-Cookman

Macario Dade saw daylight on the right sideline. The Southern freshman running back with a track and field background detonated from the backfield and went untouched for a 70-yard touchdown in the third quarter of Southern’s 45-17 win over Bethune-Cookman on Saturday at A.W. Mumford Stadium. Fellow freshman Wydell...

Baton Rouge, LA · 2d
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avoyellestoday.com

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Four Avoyelles schools meet district attendance goal

Bunkie Elementary Learning Academy leads Avoyelles Parish public schools in year-to-date attendance, with four schools meeting or exceeding the district’s 94% goal, according to an update released Oct. 23. Bunkie Elementary Learning Academy reported a 95.26% attendance rate. Also exceeding the goal were Louisiana School for the Agricultural Sciences...

Avoyelles Parish, LA · 1d
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theadvocate.com

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Prairieville-Franklinton winner clinches victory with unusual score

With the game on the line in the closing seconds, Prairieville High School turned to quarterback Skyler Kelly to make the game-winning play, and he came through with a touchdown on a play that caught everyone off guard. Kelly lined up wide and went to the end zone where he...

Prairieville, LA · 3d
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NOLA.com

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State Tournament Preview: 6 St. Tammany volleyball teams are headed to the Cajundome

Six St. Tammany Parish volleyball teams have punched their ticket to the Cajundome this week to compete in the LHSAA state tournament. On Thursday, all six teams will play in the quarterfinals, and those who advance will play in the semifinals on Friday. The championship matches begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday.

St Tammany Parish, LA · 1d

NOLA.com

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Mandeville leaned on its offensive line to close out its perfect regular season

It all led to this for the Mandeville High football team. The Skippers used a balanced offense and a stifling defense to defeat Fontainebleau 28-10 on Nov. 6, capping off a perfect 10-0 regular-season season. Mandeville finished as the undefeated District 6-5A champions and is expected to be the top...

Mandeville, LA · 3d

theadvocate.com

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Baton Rouge-area teams to watch in the select football playoffs

The high school football playoff pairings are out for the four select divisions in Louisiana. Here's what stood out for Baton Rouge-area schools after the brackets were released on Sunday. Division I select. No. 7 Catholic (7-3) earned a bye after winning its last six games after a 1-3 start...

Baton Rouge, LA · 2d

Louisiana Illuminator

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LSU reinstates law professor suspended for political comments

LSU has reinstated a law professor that it removed from the classroom for making political comments critical of Gov. Jeff Landry in early 2025.  Ken Levy, a tenured professor of criminal law, will make his return to the classroom in the spring semester, two years after he was suspended from teaching.  In an interview, Levy […]

Baton Rouge, LA · 3d

wbrz.com

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Baton Rouge Northdale Academy to name gym for founding principal Leroy Helire Jr.

BATON ROUGE — Northdale Superintendent’s Academy will name its gymnasium after founding principal Leroy Helire Jr. The East Baton Rouge Parish School System and the school will hold the Leroy Helire Jr. Gymnasium Dedication and Naming Ceremony from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 4451 Fairfields Ave. Helire will be present.

Baton Rouge, LA · 20h

wbrz.com

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Baton Rouge domestic violence survivors get car maintenance through Safe Wheels at BRCC

BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge Community College's Safe Wheels Alliance pilot program is expanding to include clients of Sexual Trauma Awareness & Response in the Baton Rouge area. The program launched in October 2025 through Louisiana Community and Technical Colleges, Baton Rouge Community College, the Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic...

Baton Rouge, LA · 19h

ebrschools.org

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EBR Schools Ceremony Celebrates School-Level and District Students of the Year

Cheers were plentiful and loud as 17 “heroes” were recognized during the 2026–27 EBR Schools Student of the Year celebration on Nov. 4 at McKinley Middle Academic Magnet School. Hosted by WBRZ’s John Pastorek, the celebration honored the district’s top elementary, middle and high school students, who...

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d

wbrz.com

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Walker High Marine Corps JROTC raider team takes home state championship title

BOGALUSA — The Walker High School Marine Corps JROTC Raider program has captured top honors at the All-Service Raider State Championship, bringing home the overall state title in the co-ed division. Held in Bogalusa, the premier competition drew 28 of the top Raider teams from Louisiana, as well as...

Walker, LA · 2d

gridironfootballusa.com

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Zachary Broncos Dominate Liberty Magnet Patriots in 62–8 Victory

The Zachary Broncos put together a dominant performance against the Liberty Magnet Patriots, earning a convincing 62–8 victory behind a powerful offensive attack and contributions from multiple players on both sides of the ball. Zachary wasted no time establishing control, opening the game with a punt return touchdown to...

Zachary, LA · 3d

Yahoo!

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New scholarships support former foster youth at LSU

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — First lady Melania Trump visited Louisiana State University to highlight a $7.2 million investment in students who have experienced foster care. The funds will create a permanent scholarship fund at LSU. For many who have experienced foster care, figuring out how to cover...

Baton Rouge, LA · 2d

wbrz.com

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Shaquille O'Neal brings credit education tour to LSU students in Baton Rouge

BATON ROUGE — Students packed Fred’s Bar in Tigerland to learn about managing credit as part of the Credit One Bank Credit Tip-Off Tour. The event focused on helping young adults build healthy money habits, avoid common financial missteps, and better understand how credit scores work. Basketball Hall of Famer and LSU icon Shaquille O’Neal headlined the appearance, sharing his perspective on financial literacy and building personal wealth.

Baton Rouge, LA · 3d

theadvocate.com

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Dutchtown-East Ascension winner clinches district title behind explosive QB-WR duo

East Ascension’s Jeremyah Merriweather burst downfield on the game’s third play against Dutchtown. Zaylen Smith scanned the field, then found his receiver over the top of the defense for a 71-yard touchdown. The early touchdown was just the beginning of a dominant first half. East Ascension (8-2) scored...

Geismar, LA · 4d

WGNO

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Applications open for Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine

Applications are now open for the inaugural class of the Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine, which is set to welcome its first students in 2027.

Baton Rouge, LA · 4d

theadvocate.com

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Central-Woodlawn winner runs away with win after 6 unanswered touchdowns

If Woodlawn quarterback Ricky Mitchell hadn’t already had Central’s attention, the junior managed to do so with a pair of first-quarter touchdown passes for a five-point lead. Central responded accordingly, though, with a stretch of six unanswered touchdowns over a 15-minute stretch, with quarterback Max Gassiott accounting for...

Central, LA · 3d

wbrz.com

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Helix Community Schools invites residents to day of exploration at Helix Expo

BATON ROUGE — Helix Community Schools invited residents to a day of exploration at the Helix Expo on Saturday. The free event showcased the innovative educational programs, unique learning experiences and opportunities available through the Helix network. Families were given the opportunity to explore academic programs, student resources and...

Baton Rouge, LA · 2d

theadvocate.com

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Catholic High sends Texas team home with a blowout loss

With District 4-5A play completed and an eighth straight championship in hand, the Catholic High Bears stepped away from district play Friday night and kept their late-season momentum going in a big way. The Bears rolled up 400 yards of offense and returned a kickoff for a score in a...

Baton Rouge, LA · 3d